Yes! For the safety of our guests, staff and animals the following must be observed when visiting. You can reserve your tickets for a specific date and time.

All ticket sales are final. Guests who would like to visit during the day may use library passes.
The Giddy-Up Grill will have food available for purchase through a walk-up window service. Wear a face mask/covering in compliance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health Guidelines. Please make sure you have a face covering with you. Please be ready to present your card at the Admissions booth upon arrival. Please note: A $1 transaction fee applies per ticket. Pocono Raceway. Buy Tickets. Please respect the beauty of the lights and do not touch the lanterns. The Zoo is following a strict cleaning schedule for all high-contact surfaces and restrooms. In accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Zoo visitors are REQUIRED to wear face coverings while visiting the Zoo.

Cash will be accepted at all of our concession and gift locations. Please review our Re-Opening FAQs (FPZ and SZ) before your visit.• Members:​ Online reservations are required for your visit. Are reservations required for entry to the Zoo? Yes, reservations are required for both members and non-members. No, the playground and play structures will not be open during Boston Lights. While we have instituted safety measures reducing capacity, timed tickets, facial covering requirements consistent with Massachusetts Department of Public Health guidelines, additional cleaning protocols and hand sanitizer stations for guests, by visiting Zoo New England’s Franklin Park Zoo you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. apacity within time slots is limited. Each timed reservation group should have more than enough time to see the lanterns and open exhibits, however it is important to note that most Zoo pathways will be set in a one-way direction, encouraging guests to move along while adhering to the social distancing recommendations set by the state and CDC. Please respect the beauty of the lights and do not touch the lanterns.

In the event of severe weather, updates will be made here on our website and on social media. Inspired by the traditional Thai Lantern Festival, Night Lights is an all-new and completely reimagined sky lantern experience. Will strollers or wheelchair be available for rental? For the safety of our animals, drones are not allowed on Zoo grounds. Join thousands of your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to make a truly once-in-a-lifetime memory as we launch our lanterns just after dusk. Magic can be found right in your backyard. In order for a timed reservation system to work as best as possible, please make sure you are able to attend your reserved slot at time of purchase. At this time, group size is limited to 10 people or less. Please do not arrive after your designated time slot, as c. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time online. No, the indoor Tropical Forest Pavilion, Bird’s World and the barnyard will not be open during Boston Lights. Scranton, PA. Philadelphia, PA. Join thousands of your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to make a truly once-in-a-lifetime memory as we launch our lanterns just after dusk. Experience the wonder of over 50 magnificent displays comprised of hundreds of beautifully crafted lanterns spanning Franklin Park Zoo's 72 acres. "In Chinese culture, different colors represent different meanings, and the color choices in some of our lantern displays conforms to these traditions. The Children’s Zoo will not be open during Boston Lights, although you will be able to see the prairie dogs and the red pandas from the main walkway.

If you need to use cash to purchase a ticket, please call ahead of time at 617-989-2076. Night Lights is ecstatic to call this venue home for our picture-perfect event. Capacity is limited to allow for social distancing.

When spending time at an exhibit, please respect physical distancing guidelines. We care about you and want to ensure a fun and safe experience for everyone who visits.

Join the Waitlist. Date TBD. Visitors will not be admitted into the Zoo before their ticketed time slot. Outdoor seating is available; indoor seating is not available at this time. Little entertainers can even make their own music on a giant step-and-play piano! You don't have to travel across the world to find yourself. Glimmering butterflies, whimsical ocean scenes and a majestic 197-foot-long dragon will light up the night sky. There will be areas with social distancing graphics on the ground for your convenience. For example, the color red is a symbol of good fortune and happiness, the color yellow represents power and prosperity, and green stands for eco-friendliness and harmony.". Please arrive no more than 5 minutes before your assigned time.

We encourage you to dress accordingly, or check out our gift shop for rain gear during your visit. Visit the Tianyu website to color your own angel's wings, Asian dragon, and more! Get your tickets today before the event sells out. If you arrive early for your designated time slot, please wait in your vehicle until 5 minutes before your time slot. Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet between you and other Zoo visitors not in your party. March. We invite you to walk (socially distanced, of course) through a luminous 66-foot-long shark tunnel, dramatic entrance arches, radiant flower gardens, and traditional Asian lantern scenes.

In order to safely operate within our capacity restrictions there will be no re-entry. We ask that all guests make every effort to arrive on time. Zoo New England gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our sponsors: © 2020 Commonwealth Zoological Corporation. Guests can enjoy these spaces during a daytime visit.

Yes, some animals, including cranes, zebras, wildebeest, camels and kangaroos, will be on exhibit until a half hour before sunset. The menu will be limited to grab-and-go items. This does not apply to children under the age of two or those with specific medical issues. Respect Zoo rules to protect humans and animals. Offer is only valid for Massachusetts residents, and limited quantities are available. We have suspended our in-person interpretations and keeper chats for the time being to avoid crowding. If you have a concern please call 617-989-2076. n your computer, click the purple PROMO CODE box. We ask that all guests make every effort to arrive on time. General admission and member reservations are limited each day. How long does it take to walk through Boston Lights? Please follow the signage.

We can't wait to light the night skies with you. If you have any questions, please call 617-989-2076 and our staff will be happy to assist you.

Eventbrite - Night Lights Event presents Night Lights: Sky Lantern Festival - Pocono Raceway (Day 1) - Saturday, September 12, 2020 at Pocono Raceway , Long Pond, PA. Find event and ticket information. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. A Light The Night Lantern Festival is coming to a city near you! No, library passes will not be honored for Boston Lights.

Members must purchase tickets for this event. Maintain social distance of 6 feet between other guests not in your party. Take a look at this floral display “blooming”! Can this be fixed? For questions, please call 617-989-2076. Source: Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc. All lanterns are illuminated with energy-saving LED lights! A Lights Over America Sky Lantern Festival is coming to a city near you! The final time slot for Boston Lights is 9:30 p.m. each night. Reciprocal/Military/Teacher discounts are not available for Boston Lights. If you feel sick prior to visiting, please stay home and select another day to visit. After I purchase my reservation and enter the Zoo, will my time be limited or restricted? Please use code DRAGON when purchasing tickets to receive this admission price (on your computer, click the purple PROMO CODE box. Artisans and skilled professionals work as a team to design full-scale displays, sew and glue colorful fabrics, hand-paint intricate details on each lantern, model and assemble steel frames for each lantern's structure, install thousands of LED light bulbs, and more. Deep in the heart of the Pocono mountains and home to legendary NASCAR races, Pocono Raceway makes for a memorable Night Lights event. For questions, please call 617-989-2076. On mobile phones, hit the Menu button to enter your code.). Guests must arrive at their reserved time slot to ensure capacity is not exceeded.

EBT and WIC cardholders receive discounted, $15 admission per ticket for up to four tickets to Boston Lights (does not include general, daytime admission). Know Before You Go: • To ensure the safety of staff and guests, we've made modifications to the Zoo experience in accordance with public guidance and health recommendations. Due to capacity limits, we cannot reschedule or refund tickets. What if I make a reservation and I'm unable to attend at the date/time I selected? In accordance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Zoo visitors are. Social distancing must be observed throughout your visit.

Yes, you are welcome to bring in your own food, although please note there will be no available indoor seating areas and any outdoor seating will be limited. On mobile phones, hit the Menu button to enter your code.)

Will I have to wait in line to enter the Zoo? Enter the Zoo at the time listed on ticket. You don't have to travel across the world to find yourself. It takes approximately 60 - 90 minutes to enjoy the experience. Join thousands of your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to make a truly once-in-a-lifetime memory as we launch our lanterns just after dusk.